
Information Technology Assistant
Pay and conditions
Salary
CRC 889,153 per month
Hardship
A
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Job Description
Provides frontline technical support for IOM users and corporate infrastructure in Costa Rica. The role troubleshoots devices, applications and communications systems; administers cloud, network, endpoint and backup services; keeps IT assets secure and documented; supports upgrades and user training; and works with central ICT colleagues to maintain reliable technology services.
Key Details
Position Details
Experience level
Early
Minimum experience
2 years
Arrangement
Onsite
Minimum education
High school diploma
Contract duration
6 months, with possibility of extension
Job Areas
Language Requirements
Required
English, Spanish
Summary of Responsibilities
- Provide frontline helpdesk support and troubleshooting for local and remote users
- Install and maintain computers, peripherals and backup systems
- Administer and monitor systems, workstations, patching and antimalware
- Monitor LAN and WAN equipment and network access points
- Administer cloud, directory, antivirus and backup services
- Maintain IT inventory and technical network documentation
Role Requirements
- High school degree with four years of relevant cloud-services and LAN/WAN networking experience, or university degree in computer science, telecommunications or systems engineering with two years of relevant experience
- Fluency in English and Spanish
- Valid residence and work permit for the country where the position is located
Desired Criteria
- AWS, Azure or Microsoft 365 Cloud Certification
- Microsoft Certification in Windows Server and Active Directory
- Industry certifications including Cisco CCNA, Avaya, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+ or ITIL
- Cybersecurity-related certifications and training
- SAP and Oracle troubleshooting experience
Skills
Tools and Technologies
Additional Information
- Initial contract duration: 6 months, with possibility of extension
- Gross salary: CRC 889,153 per month
Source & verification
IGO Jobs sourced this vacancy from IOM Careers, on 1 Sep 2026.